SB

Shelley Berkley

Mayor2024-2028

About

Shelley Berkley's mayoral platform centers on robust public safety measures, preventing urban deterioration, and managing major city events securely. Her priorities emphasize maintaining order and safety in Las Vegas compared to other major metropolitan areas.

Campaign promises (2)

  • public-safety
    Mayor Shelley Berkley stated that she will not allow Las Vegas to become like San Francisco or Los Angeles, focusing on public safety and urban management.
    Related votes
  • public-safety
    Plans to reopen First Friday may include implementing safety measures such as age limits and metal detectors.

At a glance

News mentions
3

Term ending Dec 31, 2028.

Voice

Meetings spoken in
5
Total speaking time
9:40
Avg per meeting
1:56
Segments
118

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Filtered to Public Safety

Top issues during term (19)(Public Safety)

high↑Oct 2026[20]

Downtown security concerns

critical↑Feb 2026[13]

Elder Fraud and Financial Scams

Seniors are reporting individual losses of $10,000-$20,000 or more to fraudsters.

medium↑Apr 2026[11]

Free Speech and Public Protest Policing

Permit fees and event security costs incurred by community organizations.

high↑Oct 2026[10]

Municipal Court Bus Pass Management Controls

Approximately $50,000 was spent on 2,030 bus passes between January 2025 and April 2026.

medium↑Sep 2026[10]

Ward Updates, Fraud Prevention, and Community Safety

The Older Adults Home Modification Program provides eligible residents with up to $5,000 for home accessibility improvements.

medium↑Nov 2026[10]

Board visibility and community outreach

Mostly volunteer time; partner venues are providing coffee and space at no cost.

medium↑Oct 2026[10]

Fire & Rescue Plan Review and Inspection Operations

Operational efficiency directly supports timely project approvals and predictable development timelines.

medium↑Oct 2026[5]

police misconduct settlement

The $25K payout is public money, and it adds to over $500K in valley police settlements in four months.

critical↓May 2026[4]

Group Home Regulation and Oversight Gaps

Potential savings from streamlined administrative reviews and reduced enforcement burdens across jurisdictions.

high↓Jan 2026[2]

Youth-Led E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety Campaign

$1,000 grant secured for project implementation.

critical↓Jul 2026[2]

IAFF Local 1285 Collective Bargaining Agreement

Total fiscal impact not to exceed $16,387,807 over two years from various funds.

medium↓Jun 2026[2]

Fire Department Job Classification Updates

Establishes baseline qualification standards and pay classifications for municipal positions.

critical↓Aug 2026[2]

Fire Safety Initiative Property Tax Extension

$172 million over five years (FY32-FY36)

high↓May 2026[1]

Surveillance Technology and Automated License Plate Readers

Involves public funding allocated toward transportation and infrastructure projects that support camera systems.

high↓Apr 2026[1]

Deputy City Marshal Sergeant Job Classification and Lateral Hiring

None specified.

medium↓Jan 2026[1]

Municipal Court Witness Fee Fund Controls

Evaluates handling and safeguarding of a $4,900 petty cash fund tied to $34,070 in annual disbursements.

high↓Feb 2026[1]

Senior Home Fire Safety and Preparedness

Equipment and financing options are available starting at approximately $27 per month, with initial safety evaluations provided at no cost.

high→Nov 2026[0]

LVPOA Police Union Contract

About $2.4 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026.

medium→Nov 2026[0]

Senior issues reported to the Department of Neighborhood Services

Decisions during term (3)

Recorded while Berkley was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.